From CBC:
Republic of Doyle creators to film new show on Avalon, western Newfoundland
The creators of Republic of Doyle are touting the Newfoundland landscape as an ideal place to shoot their newest series, Frontier. Alex Patrick, John Vatcher and Perry Chafe will sit as executive producers of the historical series, which will follow the rise to power of a number of individuals vying to get rich in North America’s fur trade. Six episodes will be produced. Continue reading.
I’ve been interested in the history of the Canadian fur trade ever since I read the book “A Breed Apart” by Tony German, way back in the 90s. I’m glad that time in history is getting some screen time in this upcoming series, Frontier.